# Sewing Spool Seating The Bobbin Stool Has Been Tailored for Cluttered and Close-Packed Rooms By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-02-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobbin-stool References: [designspotter](http://www.designspotter.com/product/2013/02/Bobbin.html) & [martinbjornson](http://www.martinbjornson.com/) The wonderful thing about [stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loki-stool) is that they often take up less space than a chair -- a helpful feature when you have but a cramped apartment. The Bobbin Stool has a small circular footprint and no backrest, enabling it to be [stacked on top of another](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clover-collective-modular) and tucked away when it isn't needed. Martin Björnson's piece of furniture does not get its stability from a solid core; in fact, the cylindrical object is hollow. Remove the round seat and you'll discover a convenient compartment to store cushions, blankets and other miscellaneous household items. But what is oh-sew-cute about the Bobbin Stool is that it poses as a magnified version of a [spool of thread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nouvelle-danse). It's delightfully quirky and country and the second half of its name alludes to its concealed storage capabilities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Space-saving Furniture:** The Bobbin Stool demonstrates the potential for furniture designs that take up less space while still providing useful features, such as storage compartments. - **Hidden Storage:** The Bobbin Stool's hidden storage compartment highlights the demand for furniture that maximizes storage space without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. - **Whimsical Design:** The Bobbin Stool's spool-like appearance suggests a trend in furniture design that incorporates playful, imaginative elements into functional pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers have the opportunity to create space-saving, customizable pieces with hidden storage compartments that appeal to consumers living in small spaces. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage the trend of space-saving, multi-functional furniture to increase the functionality and style of small living spaces. - **Home Organization:** The Bobbin Stool exemplifies the growing demand for furniture that doubles as storage solutions, presenting an opportunity for home organization companies to develop innovative storage solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stackable Cork-Like Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drum-stool-1.md) - [Bubble-Inspired Bulbous Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-stool.md) - [Dual-Function Seating Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubik-stool.md) - [Flat-Packed Wooden Stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-stool-concept.md) - [Hollow Multipurpose Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailor-armchair.md) - [Intuitive Entryway Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-front-stool.md) - [DIY Flatpack Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/that-stool.md) - [Functional Flat-Packed Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walle-stool.md) - [Minimal Wooden Webbed Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knot-stool.md)